RN Case Manager

Anchor Health; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Health in California is seeking a Hospice Registered Nurse to perform comprehensive patient and family assessments, develop and implement care plans, and conduct regular home visits to monitor status and adjust care as needed. The role requires CA RN license, CPR, and at least two years of hospice or home health experience, plus a valid CA driver's license.

Strong communication and nursing skills are essential; duties include medication administration and participation in

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program.
• CA RN license required.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum two years in home health/hospice or related field.
• Must have valid CA driver's license and insured vehicle.
• Excellent observation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Completes initial, comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness.
• Conducts home visits and assesses patient’s status.
• Initiates the plan of care and revises it as patient status changes.
• Develops a care plan with goals based on nursing diagnosis and family involvement.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meetings.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate clinical notes.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Home care/hospice experience

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Current CA RN license

CPR certification

Tools

California driver license

Job description

Anchor Health -

Duties of Hospice Registered Nurse Include:

• Completes an initial, comprehensive and ongoing comprehensive assessment of patient and family to determine hospice needs.
• Provides a complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness.
• Conducts home visits and assesses/evaluates patient's status.
• Initiates the plan of care and makes necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
• Develops a care plan that establishes goals, based on nursing diagnosis and incorporates palliative nursing actions. Includes the patient and the family in the planning process.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Group Meetings.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient's condition and care given.
• Supervises ancillary personnel and delegates responsibilities when required.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• Current RN license in California
• Current CPR Certificate
• Registered nurses shall have a minimum of (a) one year of experience as a professional nurse within the last three years OR (b) have a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a program accredited by the National League for Nursing and current RN license. Minimum of two years experience, at least one of which is in the area of public, home care, or hospice nursing.
• Must have a valid CA driver license and an automobile that is insured in accordance with the requirements of state of California and is in good working order.
• Excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills and nursing skills per competency checklist.

Job Types: Full-time